KINGS COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST - CERTIFICATED
JOB SUMMARY
Under direction of the Department Manager, provide direct and consultative services for assigned school districts or special education classes and areas to facilitate, assess and support instructional programs for students in special education; provide training and work collaboratively with teachers, aides and support staffs to demonstrate best practices, strategies and techniques to enhance instruction for students with social, communication, behavioral and learning challenges; and do other related work as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation;
Methodologies, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) used to address the needs of children with behavioral challenges, including autism;
Strategies for the development and implementation of positive behavior intervention plans and current accepted best practices included in the full continuum of placement options for students with autism and other behavioral challenges;
Applicable directives, standards, procedures, policies, rules, regulations, codes, laws and guidelines governing special education, particularly those relating to positive behavior interventions;
Accepted analysis and assessment procedures, including functional analysis, ecological analysis of settings, and systematic observation;
Data tracking and collection, record management and reporting methods;
Processes involved with Individualized Education Program (IEP) for special education students
Ability to:
Demonstrate an understanding, patient, respectful and receptive attitude toward exceptional needs students of varied age groups;
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and adults contacted in the course of work;
Understand, carry out and communicate oral and written directions;
Utilize consulting skills to assure implementation and maintenance of intervention plans;
Conduct and supervise functional analysis assessments;
Provide training, assistance and guidance to school staff in behavioral intervention procedures;
Maintain accurate records and files, and prepare documents and reports;
Be flexible and receptive to change;
Attend in-service training, conferences and meetings, as needed.
Education and Experience:
MA degree in Psychology or a related field is required. Board Certified Behavior Analyst preferred. Candidate must have completed a program or must be enrolled in a program to complete the requirements for the BCBA certification and pass the certification exam within one year of hire.
License, Certificate and Testing Requirements:
Possess or be eligible to apply for a valid appropriate California Teaching Credential.
Possess a valid California driver license and maintain insurability.
Must be able to provide your own reliable transportation to work sites within Kings County.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Under the direction of the Department Manager, provide educational resources, training, technical assistance to support staff in the design, implementation, and evaluation of behavior management systems designed to meet the needs of students with autism and other behavioral challenges, in accordance with all directives, standards, procedures, policies, laws, rules, regulations, codes and guidelines;
Consult with administrators, psychologists, teachers and parents, serve as an integral member of the IEP team, attend meetings and parent conferences, as needed;
Document program results, maintain accurate records and other required data, prepare and submit reports in a timely manner;
Maintain strict student and parent confidentiality;
Serve as a resource to provide formal and informal training, supervision, guidance and assistance to students, educators, parents, service providers and agencies, as needed;
Keep current with issues, laws and regulations regarding positive behavior interventions, special education, educational trends, and other issues related to children with exceptional needs;
Perform other related duties, as assigned.
SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATINGS
Incorporated within one or more of the previously mentioned essential duties of this job description are the following essential physical requirements. The following analysis entails an evaluation of the physical demands factors of the job as it exists. This method provides a basis for permitting modification to fit the capabilities and needs of workers with disabilities.
Rating Symbol Key
NP = Not Present - Does not exist O = Occasionally - Up to 1/3 of the time
F = Frequently – From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time C = Constantly - 2/3 or more of the time
1. STRENGTH:
A. Standing 15 % of time
Walking 15 % of time
Sitting 70 % of time
B. Lifting O 25 lbs.
Carrying O 25 lbs.
Pushing O 25lbs.
Pulling O 25 lbs.
2. CLIMBING NP
BALANCING NP
3. STOOPING O
KNEELING O
CROUCHING NP
CRAWLING NP
4. REACHING F
HANDLING F
FINGERING F
FEELING F
5. TALKING :
Ordinary C
Other NP
HEARING:
Conversations C
Other Sounds O
6. SEEING:
Acuity, Near C
Acuity, Far O
Depth Perception O
Accommodation O
Color Vision O
Field of Vision O
7. PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATING SUMMARY: (1) 2 3 (4) 5 6 (DOL Physical Demand Categories 1 to 6 are very significant to the customary performance of the job if contained in parentheses).
8. PHYSICAL DEMAND COMMENTS: Examples of significant physical abilities associated with “Strength” are extended periods of sitting or standing; “Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling” are files, books and manuals; “Stooping/Kneeling” are adjusting to height of students, low file cabinet and desk drawers; “Reaching/Handling/Fingering/Feeling” are computer keyboard, files, manuals, notebooks; “Talking/Hearing” are normal classroom noises and conversations, speaking in person/on telephone, and in group settings; “Seeing/Visual Acuity” are reading forms, documents, and computer monitor.
SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS RATINGS
The following analysis represents an evaluation of the surroundings in which the job is performed. Environmental Conditions must by definition be specific and related to the job.
Key to Environmental Factors Rating:
NP = Not Present in the job environment S = Seldom – Under 5% of the work day
O = Occasionally - Up to 1/3 of the time F = Frequently – From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
C = Constantly - 2/3 or more of the time
1. ENVIRONMENT:
Inside 95 %
Outside 5 %
2. EXTREME COLD NP
EXTREME HEAT NP
WET/HUMID NP
3. NOISE 80 Decibels
VIBRATION NP
4. HAZARDS:
Mechanical O
Explosives NP
Electrical O
Radiant Energy NP
Burns NP
Other Hazard/s NP
Comments regarding “Mechanical and Electrical Hazards” = computer equipment and electrical outlets.
5. ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS:
Fumes NP
Mists NP
Odors NP
Gases NP
Dusts NP
Poor Ventilation O
Other Hazard/s NP
Comments regarding “Poor Ventilation” = not a problem with a fan or opened window.
6. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING – DEVICES: None.
7. E.C. SUMMARY: Inside Work 2 3 4 5 Numbers contained in parentheses indicate significant involvement of factors enumerated and rated above.
OTHER RELATED FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION
1. Other related duties as assigned.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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